SuperFood: Lucuma

SuperFood: Lucuma

Lucuma is a fruit native to South America. According to ancient Peruvian lore, this pulpy orange-yellow fruit traditionally known as the Gold of the Incas is a symbol of fertility and creation. Naturally sweet and low on the Glycemic Index, it is a great alternative if you're looking to reduce your sugar consumption without compromising on taste. Navitas Naturals Lucuma Powder is made from sustainably cultivated, whole Peruvian lucuma fruit that have been allowed to naturally fall to the ground at maturity, ripening for several days until they're at peak flavor. After a patient wait, the fruits are peeled, pitted and dehydrated at low temperatures before being milled into a fine, whole-fruit powder. Navitas Naturals Lucuma Powder contains no solvents, fillers or carriers, and is certified organic, vegan and raw. A good source of antioxidants, dietary fiber, healthy carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, lucuma is considered to have medicinal properties among several traditional and folk healing systems.

Yellow lucuma powder has an aromatic, sweet fragrance and full-bodied taste reminiscent of maple, which lends itself to a diverse array of applications. Add lucuma to beverages, smoothies, yogurt and cereal, or blend it into desserts and baked goods for a sweet and flavorful nutrition boost.

Navitas Naturals Lucuma Powder is available at SuperNature Forum.

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